History Brought to Life
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Gift of History
Our program tells the unique story of Orange County to third-grade students using three compelling methods.
History Books
Written by Orange County historian, Stan Oftelie, this fun and engaging chapter book was designed specifically for third-graders and the OCDE social studies curriculum.
Lesson Plans
Developed by curriculum experts from Orange County’s Department of Education (OCDE), we provide free lesson plans to teachers to help teach Orange County history in the classroom.
O.C. Passport
Coming Soon!
A fun and interactive scavenger hunt that encourages students to travel around Orange County and learn about historical places, sites, and people!
Our mission is education.
The mission of Gift of History is to teach Orange County’s rich history to all of the third-graders in the county.
Promoting community engagement.
The Gift of History is a multi-agency, countywide history program that creates civic pride, builds 21st-century skills, and promotes community engagement among third grade students.
Sponorship
Every year, generous sponsors make it possible for third graders across the county to receive our entertaining and age-appropriate history book about Orange County, “Nothing Rhymes with Orange.”